Animal Care Specialist

Vassar College

Poughkeepsie, NY, US
Base: $20.37 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
In-person
Perform animal husbandry duties for various species
Daily animal health observations and reporting
Maintain clean room techniques and hygiene standards
Vassar College is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for its Animal Resources Program. This entry-level position involves performing animal husbandry duties and requires a commitment to working some weekends and holidays

Job Summary

  • This entry-level position supports careers in laboratory animal research or veterinary medicine by performing essential husbandry operations.
  • The role requires maintaining exacting hygienic standards and supervising student employees while adhering to federal and state regulations.
  • Candidates must be willing to work rotational shifts including holidays, one weekend day per week, and occasional overtime.

Matching Summary

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Vassar College is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for its Animal Resources Program. This entry-level position involves performing animal husbandry duties and requires a commitment to working some weekends and holidays.

Salary

Base: $20.37 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform animal husbandry duties for various species
  • Daily animal health observations and reporting
  • Maintain clean room techniques and hygiene standards
  • Supervise student employees and provide training
  • Lift and move objects up to 50 pounds

Nice-to-have

  • Willingness to work holidays and weekends
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Ability to learn technical systems quickly
  • Experience in clinical or research settings

Key Requirements

  • Associates degree in Animal Husbandry, Biology or related field
  • Minimum of one year of relevant previous experience
  • Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Certification preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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